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What We Learned in Preseason Game #1 + The Packers’ Fatal Offensive Line Mistake

The Packers’ first preseason game gave us a few important takeaways, from Trey Smack’s huge night to growing questions about Keisean Nixon, the depth at slot corner and safety, and some encouraging signs from Jonathan Ford. But the biggest concern coming out of the game is the offensive line. After digging into three years of NFL data, I found that QB hit rate has a much stronger relationship with…

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Training Camp Begins, Positive Injury Updates & Why the Packers Are Playing The Odds

Training camp is officially underway, and Ben breaks down everything we've learned through the first three practices, including Luke Musgrave's injury, surprise performers in the secondary, concerns along the offensive line, and why Tucker Kraft's return could completely change Green Bay's offense. Then Ben dives into one of his biggest theories yet: the Packers aren't just trying to build an…

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Devonte Wyatt’s New Deal, the Packers’ Two-Year Window + What I got Right and Wrong

The Packers made another important move for their future by signing Devonte Wyatt to a new contract extension, and with that deal, Green Bay has essentially locked in its core roster through the 2027 season. I break down why I think Wyatt's contract is one of Brian Gutekunst's best moves, what it means for the Packers' two-year Super Bowl window, and how the roster is now positioned going forward.…

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Summer Update #2; Joey Bosa, Special Teams Problems, and the Packers' Biggest Weakness

The Green Bay Packers are getting closer to the start of the season... But there are still some major questions that haven't been answered. In this episode of PackersNow , I break down three areas that could define Green Bay's season. We discuss: Why special teams could once again cost the Packers games The concerns surrounding Trey Smack and the kicking competition Why Joey Bosa is the free agent…

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Watson's New Deal, Jacobs Uncertainty, and the Rams Going All-In

The Packers made one huge move, got concerning news on another star player, and watched an NFC contender push all their chips to the middle of the table. In this episode of PackersNow, I break down Christian Watson's new contract extension and why I think Green Bay got an incredible deal on one of the most important players in Matt LaFleur's offense. Then we shift to the Josh Jacobs situation,…

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The Packers Schedule Couldn’t Have Worked Out Better 👀

The Green Bay Packers schedule is officially out… and honestly? This might be the PERFECT setup for Green Bay. In this episode of PackersNow , I break down: Why the first month of the season sets up perfectly without Micah Parsons The huge rest advantages the Packers received Why the lack of travel could become a massive advantage late in the year And how the final 6 weeks may decide the NFC North…

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Optimism vs Reality — Did the Packers Actually Improve This Offseason?

The Green Bay Packers offseason can be viewed two completely different ways. In this episode of PackersNow , I do something I almost never do first… I put on the optimism hat. We break down: Why the Packers may have executed their long-term plan perfectly The compensatory pick strategy setting up a loaded 2027 draft Why moves like Jayden Reed’s extension, Benjamin St-Juste, Javon Hargrave, and…

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Jayden Reed Extension + Did Gutekunst Get This Draft WRONG?

The Green Bay Packers made a big move before the draft… and then followed it up with a strategy I don’t fully understand. In this episode of PackersNow , I break down: The Jayden Reed extension (and why it’s actually a really solid deal) How the contract gives the Packers flexibility moving forward Why the draft approach felt like a major missed opportunity And how trading up cost them serious…

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The Ideal Mock Draft + Final Steals Before Draft Night

The NFL Draft is finally here — and this is the final blueprint. In this episode of PackersNow, Ben Kurkowski breaks down his ideal mock draft for the Green Bay Packers , built around one of the most important draft principles you can follow: 👉 Don’t beat the board — let value come to you. Using the Consensus Big Board (75+ analysts combined) , Ben explains: Why steals outperform reaches (by a…

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Should the Packers Go ALL IN for Dexter Lawrence?

Should the Green Bay Packers stop playing it safe… and go ALL IN? With reports that Dexter Lawrence could be available for a 2nd + mid-round pick, this episode breaks down whether Green Bay should make the move—and what it would actually look like. We dive into: The REAL hit rate of Day 2 draft picks (and why it matters) Why relying on draft success is riskier than fans think How the Packers could…

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